Airport Baggage Handler

apartmentThe Launch Group placeSlough scheduleFull-time calendar_month 

The Launch Group are currently recruiting for Baggage Handlers known officially as Ramp Agents at London's Heathrow Airport.

Salary: £13.45
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, between Monday – Sunday (shift work)
Contract: Fixed term until 31st October 2025 with an opportunity to become permanent.

Location: Stansted Airport

Driving Licence is required

Job Description:

Working at Swissport has so many different faces and one thing is for sure, there is never a dull moment. If you enjoy working with people in a dynamic environment, join us! As a Swissport Ramp Agent, you will play a vital role in our airport operation.

The airport is a fast-paced and safety focused team environment.

Job responsibilities

The following responsibilities are associated with this job role:

  • Aircraft baggage loading and unloading
  • Baggage sorting and transportation
  • Aircraft push back
  • Unit load devise control
  • Air side Driving
  • Delivering exceptional and safe service
  • Effective team player
  • Committed to learning and growth
  • Self-confident and can stay calm under pressure
  • Organised and can manage time well
  • Physically fit as lifting up to 32kg as required
  • Have a driver's license
  • Fluent English speaker
  • Basic - intermediate computer skills

Requirements

Qualifications & competencies
  • Flexible to work a variety of shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and public holidays)
  • Ability to speak and understand the English language
  • Ability to travel to the airport at times where public transport is not available
  • Ability to follow processes and procedures and apply flexible approach when required
  • Willingness to work in inclement weather
  • Able to work in a manual handling environment and repeatedly lift up to 32kg throughout a shift
  • Able to work in some confined spaces (aircraft hold)
  • Able to work as part of a team in a challenging environment
  • Hold a full driving licence (depending on operational needs)
  • Previous experience working in an aviation environment is desired

If you have any questions, please call The Launch Group on 0191 261 8456

**Due to airport security checks, have you will have to have lived in the UK for the past 5 years.*

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